Ira Gardner
Director / Cinematographer / Educator
Ira Gardner is a seasoned filmmaker and photographer with over 35 years of professional experience in visual storytelling. As the founder of Gardner Media Group LLC, Ira has dedicated his career to capturing the intersection of community, environment, and history. He is the faculty program lead for the Digital Photography degree programs at Spokane Falls Community College and is President of the Spokane Film Project.
Greg Ritchie
Director of Photography
An Emmy Award-winning cinematographer, Greg Ritchie brings a global perspective to the watershed project. His resume includes high-stakes productions for National Geographic and the Discovery Channel, with extensive experience filming in extreme environments like the Himalayas. A versatile technician, Greg is a commercial drone pilot and a veteran jib crane operator on Hollywood features, ensuring that the visual scope of the project matches its historical weight.